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Metrobus enters the new financial year with renewed energy, rolling out smart, eco-friendly transport innovations — including full cashless travel and free Wi-Fi — as Johannesburg prepares to shine on...
Region C has launched its “Meet the City” Investment Retention Programme, strengthening partnerships with local businesses through faster approvals, economic support, and improved service delivery to boost investor confidence and...
Johannesburg Tourism enters the extended summer season with renewed confidence, boosted by record visitor numbers, vibrant lifestyle events, and a bold new destination brand positioning the city as a premier...
The City has secured key heritage and regulatory approvals to begin restoring the Johannesburg Art Gallery, paving the way for structural repairs, safe artwork relocation, and renewed cultural programming during...
The City and organisers have completed a full inspection of the 30th African Bank Soweto Marathon route, ensuring water points, safety measures, and logistics are fully prepared for thousands of...
The JMPD will lead major traffic and security operations during Johannesburg’s G20 Summit, coordinating road closures, convoy movements, and safety measures across Gauteng to protect residents and international delegates throughout...
The City of Johannesburg confirms it removed Solidarity’s M1 banner solely for violating Outdoor Advertising By-Laws, rejecting claims of political motives as it reaffirms its commitment to lawful, consistent by-law...
Johannesburg Water enters the 2025/26 financial year with renewed leadership and a bold plan to restore reliability, expand infrastructure, boost economic growth, and strengthen sustainability—positioning the City as a resilient,...
Joburg City Parks and Zoo urges residents to stay vigilant during heavy rain and strong winds, warning of collapsing trees and grave subsidence, and calling for prompt reporting to prevent...
Celebrating the Roodepoort Theatre’s 45th anniversary, Joburg City Theatres is driving investment, modernisation, and inclusive cultural programming—positioning itself as a dynamic, world-class arts institution at the heart of Johannesburg’s creative...
The City of Johannesburg has concluded a successful three-day CEO–City Clean-Up Campaign, a collaborative effort between government, business leaders, civil society, and local communities to restore dignity, improve cleanliness, and...
Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ) is gearing up for a year of transformation, growth, and renewed commitment to its mandate of protecting and enhancing the city's natural environment....
Johannesburg's dedication to sustainability, urban greening, and inclusive public spaces has earned the City three prestigious honours at the World Urban Parks 2025 Awards....
The Metropolitan Trading Company (MTC) — one of the City of Johannesburg's most vital yet lesser-known entities — has officially rebranded as the Metropolitan Tech Company, or simply MetroTech....
President Cyril Ramaphosa today, 14 November 2025, is participating in the CEOs–City Clean-up Campaign in Kliptown, joining the Executive Mayor, Cllr Dada Morero, and over 70 CEOs from Johannesburg's private...
The Linden Swimming Pool isn't just a place to beat the summer heat, it's a neighbourhood landmark where families, swimmers and friends come together to train, relax and connect....
Region B emerged as the proud winners of the 2025 City Wide Kiddies Games on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, at the Ellis Park Arena. The annual event, hosted by the...
The Executive Mayor of the City of Johannesburg, Cllr Dada Morero, has officially launched the CEOs-City Clean-up Campaign; a bold and collaborative initiative aimed at restoring dignity, order, and pride...
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​In her ice white lab coat, Cebile Myeni, a Laboratory Analyst at Joburg Water, says the process of ensuring residents have access to safe drinking water is based on rigorous...

Thanks to Operation Buya Mthetho, a multidisciplinary crime-fighting initiative, a raft of measures to combat grime and crime in Johannesburg are bearing fruit. These were the sentiments of the Public...

​The City of Johannesburg’s Citizen Relationship and Urban Management (CRUM) Region F hosted a Women’s month event on Thursday, 18 August 2022, at the Region F Head Office, CJ Cronje...

The Speaker of Council in the City of Johannesburg, Councillor Vasco da Gama, addressed a youth empowerment day at Danie Van Zyl recreation Centre in Region B on Wednesday, 17...

Tennis for Life Academy’s mission is to introduce, teach, coach, motivate, educate and inspire people to achieve maximum tennis performance and life balance. The centre came to life as youngsters...

​High school learners in Soweto who read the novel, My Children! My Africa! as part of their prescribed curriculum will be treated to nine days of back-to-back theatre experiences when...

​“My passion is to work with young people and more so, children. I strongly believe that in times like today, it is important for us to reach out to the...

​The City of Johannesburg’s Sport and Recreation Region A went all out to show that working out and incorporating positive changes into your daily routine can help you build a...

​The City continues to celebrate women in South Africa and the courageous and victorious milestones they are reaching. Member of the Mayoral Committee for Community Development, Cllr Ronald Harris was...

The Joburg Theatre presents Mozart’s Don Giovanni, featuring a top local and international cast and crew, including Gauteng Choristers, and music by the Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra (JPO). The classic production,...

More people in disadvantaged areas are connecting to free internet, thanks to the City of Joburg’s wi-fi roll-out project. With an increasing number of people owning smartphones and the disruptions...

​The long-awaited induction of ward committee members finally gets underway tomorrow Saturday, 13 August 2022. Regions G (Eldorado Park, Lenasia, Ennerdale, Orange Farm, Vlakfontein, Zakariya Park, Poortjie, Lehae, Protea South,...

​Her desire to learn has always been the driving force behind her success, propelling her to break new ground, leave her mark and pave the way for other women. Yolanda...

​The City of Johannesburg’s Sport and Recreation, Gauteng Department of Education, Midrand Local Football Association and D9 School Sport Committee hosted the Women/Girls Football Development programme at Rabie Ridge Stadium....

The streets of Joburg were painted in pink with the Totalsports Women’s Race on Women’s Day at Marks Parks after two years of the Covid-19 pandemic. The 5km and 10km...

​​​​Doreen Jacobs walked into the Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) about 26 years ago as a secretary. She’s now the Wayleave Assistant Manager and is proud to have advanced in a...

Speaker of Council Cllr Vasco da Gama hosted a Women’s Day event at the Metro Centre on Tuesday, 9 August 2022 to promote women of excellence in the City of...

Soweto Theatre was filled with nothing but exciting energy and the spirit of social cohesion as the Herstory International Theatre Festival reached its finale, which brought about plenty of experiences...

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